56425 Fri Oct 17 01:20:36 -0700 2003 6 2 Los Angeles Area 0 293749 How is it? I hear some raves on this board before, but I was wondering what are some recommendations for their dishes. Was going to check it out for lunch, but instead went to Don Antonio's down the street (blah). Thanks. Fri Oct 17 01:20:36 -0700 2003 0 Xericx 1 293751 Always a good choice, lunch or dinner. Tasty, authentic food and having dinner upstairs with out of towners is fun, nice buzz and some wailing music in the background. Warm service too. Old time place and neighborhood fave. Fri Oct 17 02:20:37 -0700 2003 293749 0 Zoe 1 293756 I don't remember many specific dishes I've had there, but I've always been happy with my meals there. Last time I had a three-way combo plate that I enjoyed (esp. the chile relleno.) Zoe's description of it as a "neighborhood fave" is perfect. No particular element is completely extraordinary about it, yet the food, service & environment are just a little better than expected, the people a bit warmer, the margaritas tastier, and the prices a bit lower...it all adds up to a place you're delighted to frequent. (Do sit upstairs, however, and check out the interesting artwork, all of which is by the owner's wife.) Fri Oct 17 10:13:48 -0700 2003 293749 0 Kelly 1 293785 Lares is a wonderful neighborhood place. Two of my favorite dishes at Lares: Chipotle chicken: always good, even though the spiciness level varies wildly. Potato tacos: very homey & good Weekend brunch is also fun there. A cheaper alternative with similar food is Gilbert's El Indio on Pico. Gilbert's has one of the cheapest lunches/brunches in town, and is very popular on weekends. Fri Oct 17 13:16:12 -0700 2003 293749 0 bluemonster 1 293800 Get the carnitas. Breakfast of (former) champions. Fri Oct 17 14:55:41 -0700 2003 293749 0 u4ik 1 293801 Get the carnitas. Breakfast of (former) champions. Fri Oct 17 14:55:43 -0700 2003 293749 0 u4ik 1 295182 Went there today for lunch. Excellent Mexican food. I'm definitely a fan. Had a plate called Savanitas, which was sliced beef in a liquid sauce. Served with some sort of beans with meat mixed in and some corn tortillas. Excellent quality. Wed Oct 29 22:05:52 -0800 2003 293749 0 Xericx